Maryland Divorce and the House
One of the most commonly asked questions we get as Maryland Divorce Attorneys concerns the family home. Who gets the house in a Maryland divorce?
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Family law matters are difficult and emotionally trying. They often cause uncertainty and doubt. Our resources section is filled with helpful information on a variety of family law matters. It is intended to help you educate yourself on the divorce & family law process in Maryland and D.C.
Dogs in a Divorce: Who Gets Custody of the Pets?
Pets can be a contentious issue in a divorce. While many think of pets as family, the question that really must be answered is how are they viewed by the court?
Assisted Reproductive Technology Is A Legal Minefield
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) is a miracle for those struggling to have a child. While these incredible steps in science are useful to mankind and have given hope to millions, the issue is that masses of people are using these technologies without any knowledge of the potential legal ramifications they could encounter.
Military & Government Employee Divorce
Does our representation vary for a police officer versus a private sector employee like a business owner? Are there special requirements for civil servants? Are there unique challenges?
Cohabitation: Alimony in Maryland When Your Former Spouse Starts Living With Someone New
Many wonder why alimony payments should continue when their former spouse is in a new relationship with all the benefits of marriage except the actual marriage, especially when they are living together. Does Maryland law provide relief when this cohabitation exists? Are there available legal remedies?
Cohabitation & Alimony in Maryland
Family law issues don’t stop once the divorce is finalized. In fact, we often get questions from clients years after their matter is resolved. One of the most frequent topics relates to alimony, specifically tied to continuing alimony payments to a spouse. One of the common lines of inquiry we hear from clients revolves around cohabitation.
Maryland No Fault Divorce: Legal Reduction of Separation Period
The Maryland General Assembly modified the grounds for divorce. This is a major change in the law. It shortens the time a spouse, who does not have an agreement to separate or a fault ground, has to wait for a divorce to one year down from two years.
Maryland Child Support Guidelines
For the first time since 1990, the Maryland legislature has updated the Maryland child support guidelines. The new guidelines have implications for calculating child support in Maryland especially for the highest and lowest income residents. How will these revised guidelines affect you?
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